Aminoglutethimide (Systemic)
Brand Names : Cytadren
Proper Use of This MedicineTake this medicine only as directed by your doctor
. Do not take more
or less of it, and do not take it more often than your doctor ordered.
This medicine sometimes causes nausea and vomiting. This effect usually
goes away or lessens after you have taken the medicine for a while. It is
very important that you continue to use this medicine even if you begin to
feel ill. Ask your health care provider for ways to lessen these effects.
Do not stop taking this medicine without first checking
with your doctor
.
If you vomit shortly after taking a dose of aminoglutethimide, check with
your doctor. You will be told whether to take the dose again or to wait until
the next scheduled dose.
Dosing - The dose of aminoglutethimide will be different
for different patients. The dose that is used may depend on a number of things,
including what the medicine is being used for, the patient's weight, and whether
or not other medicines are also being taken. If you are
taking aminoglutethimide at home, follow your doctor's orders or the directions
on the label
. If you have any questions about the proper dose of aminoglutethimide,
ask your doctor.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine and remember
within 2 to 4 hours of the missed dose, take it as soon as possible. Then
go back to your regular dosing schedule. However, if it is almost time for
your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Do not double doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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